18 Floors Above the Apocalypse

Chapter 223

Seeing her silence, Mark hurriedly explained, "The rescue team is voluntary, and we won't force anyone."

Stella pondered, "60-degree heat, even with proper protection, a normal person can't stand in the sun for more than two hours, Mark, how are you planning to organize and arrange this rescue operation?"

"We will operate on a volunteer basis. We have to protect ourselves while saving others. We'll carry sunshades and take breaks when we need to. Can't push ourselves too hard."

Mark already had a plan, "Those we rescue can be taken to the temporary shelters arranged by the city."

Stella was surprised. She hadn't expected his arrangements to be so rational and clear-headed.

"For those who are willing to participate, one person per family is enough, I wouldn't recommend more. After all, we can't deplete Eastwood Eden's patrol team."

There was also the unfortunate news that the well in the neighborhood had collapsed. The well, which had been expertly dug by an old hand, wasn't too severely damaged, but they couldn't risk fixing it until they were sure the aftershocks were over. So, everyone would have to conserve their water supply.

Luckily, Mark had reminded everyone to be careful with their water usage and had managed to secure a supply of water purification tablets.

They had been traded with sweet potatoes from each household, so everyone had some. Though not in abundance, they would suffice for a few days.

Stella spoke gently, "Mark, your proposal is very good. Jasper and I will check on our home first and will get back to you later."

Mark hesitated, "Actually, I have a favor to ask."

"Go ahead."

Mark's gaze fell on Cooper, "If you guys are willing to participate, could you perhaps bring Cooper along?"

Stella frowned slightly.

than humans. This earthquake had some forewarning, so there aren't many survivors buried under rubble, but we don't know the real situation. It's not only time-consuming but also lacks direction, which could cause us to miss the golden rescue time.

misunderstanding, Mark quickly clarified, "Luna will also participate, only in search, and not in excavation or

willing to share their rations to feed

nodded, "Okay,

the trio and Cooper returned to Building 5. They didn't

strong earthquake, unlike Building 4 next

some loose tiles and doors inside, which needed to be reinforced.

and Rosie a treat

Cooper and Rosie and

lunch, they celebrated their survival with a meal of spicy fish, braised pork, steamed meatballs, and some juice. While enjoying

two plates

join the rescue team,

fighting back, she wouldn't have been able

decide to go, I hope that while you're saving others, you also remember Rosie

want to impose her thoughts on Jasper. They could be together if they loved each other and separate if they didn't. But she hoped that he wouldn't feel oppressed because of her

easy to change. Even though he no longer wore the uniform, his kindness never disappeared; he just became more principled

to participate, but no matter what, you and Rosie are always the

"Woof!"

"Yes, and Cooper too."

dog. "Cooper, do you want

if pondering, then placed his

"You guys rest up. We can probably muster about 20 people. We'll leave at dusk. Remember to bring protective gear. It's hot and you'll sweat a lot. Be

a bit of salt to the cold water, specifically steamed some hardy potatoes and sweet potatoes that could help Jasper and

change in diet, Cooper was taken aback. Stella tugged at his ear, "What, you want to eat meat

was nothing much for Stella to instruct, and she only told him, "Take care of Cooper, and don't

heavy; she dressed Cooper in an anti-cut suit to prevent accidental injuries. Then, she gave Jasper two pairs of protective